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By Will 2 years ago, at the start of July, No Comments; be the first!
Regular readers will know that I’m a huge fan of photography, and it’s always interesting to hear how press snappers operate. Happily, Reuters’ superb photographers’ blog gives us an insight into how they do their job, including this post from Andy Clark on assignment in the Caribbean.
I have been covering cricket in the West Indies for about 15 years now and consider myself a veteran of many a tour through the islands. When I tell friends and colleagues that I am off to the Caribbean for cricket, I am constantly met comments of the, ”wow nice!!” or “man another tough assignment in paradise”, kind. I admit, it sounds pretty good to me too, but I know better… I have been there, got the T-shirt and worn it out.
Most people when they travel down to the Windies for a holiday fly on a major airline, unpack, sit in the sun, drink too much, burn their skin the colour of a ripe tomato, pack their bags, get back on that big jet and go home… no fuss no muss. I and my photo colleagues also board that big jet but remain behind to move from island to island for the next four to eight weeks… well read on…
It’s well worth keeping an eye on their blog if you’re vaguely interested in mobile, in-the-field journalism. They often report back pretty quickly on the more dangerous assignments from around the world, which makes for a fascinating behind-the-scenes account.
No Comments »Photo essay on the Iraq war
By Will 2 years ago, mid-March, 1 Comment »
It’s five years since the Americans invaded Iraq. Not even the most pessimistic of commentators would have predicted they would have so much troops still in the country, half a decade later.
Reuters have produced a commemorative video – or rather a photo essay, which is even better for this particular subject. Anyone interested in journalism, photography (or, let’s face it, war in general) should not hesitate in clicking here immediately.
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Yes this blog is largely about cricket, but I occasionally post other things – particularly on journalism and photography
1 Comment »England are rubbish again. But nevermind
By Will 2 years ago, mid-February, 2 Comments »
I was about to pour scorn on England’s filthy performance today, but the following site just popped up on Google Reader…and reminded me just how pointless and insignificant sport is. It’s almost laughable! Reuters photographic coverage of Kenya has been outstanding and, for any fans of photographic journalism, the following (horrific) photos are a must. In fact, even if you don’t care for photography, it’s worth reminding yourself what is happening in Kenya.
2 Comments »Getty Images’ “Spirit of Cricket” exhibition
By Will 5 years ago, at the start of June, 4 Comments »
Just got back from visiting Getty Images’ “Spirit Of Cricket” exhibition (free), which was absolutely brilliant. I’d seen a lot of the more modern photos (several were taken from 2004), but they somehow took on more meaning when viewed in full size.
The best, though, were the older ones – at least 2 or 3 I would have bought there and then if I had that sort of money (generally they were all £250 each). They were stunning and evocotive in equal measure, my favourite being a shot of children and adults playing street-cricket in London, with 3 stumps drawn in chalk on a lamp-post. Can’t remember the date – will check in the exhibition’s brochure which, incidentally, you do have to pay for (genuine mistake – woops, sorry Getty).
It’s so rare to have Cricket showcased in this manner in Britain, and the photos themselves are so rare, I’d urge you to go and look. It really is worth it, especially considering it’s free (unless you decide to buy some, obviously!).
UPDATE: I’ve highlighted the ones I liked, which you can see at Getty’s site here
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